WOODY GUTHRIE’S AMERICAN SONG

Part of the 2021 Vashon Theatre Fest

Songs and Writings by Woody Guthrie
Conceived and Adapted by Peter Glazer
Orchestrations and Vocal Arrangements by Jeff Waxman
Directed by Charlotte Tiencken
Musical Direction by Kat Eggleston
Band Direction by Orville Johnson

A musical unlike any other, Woody Guthrie’s American Song blends theatrical storytelling and bluegrass folk into a one-of-a-kind performance. Follow the ensemble of actor-musicians as they move through Americana vignettes inspired by Bound for Glory, Pastures of Plenty, Deportee, Union Maid, and—of course—This Land is Your Land. Featuring over 20 of Guthrie’s classics, Woody Guthrie’s American Song is a sure-fire hit for the entire family.

Part of the 2021 Vashon Theatre Fest.

All performances Pay-What-You-Will at the door ($20 suggested donation)

Read our Audience Policies overview to learn about late seating, show cancellations, dogs, and more!

Performed outdoors at Ober Park
17130 SW 99th Avenue
Vashon, WA 98070

The original time of this performance has been adjusted, to avoid extreme heat

2 hours 10 minutes, with one intermission.

Woody Guthrie’s American Song performs outdoors. Please bring a chair or blanket to sit on, and plan for sun, wind, and changes in temperature.

Cast & Crew

Ensemble: Jon Whalen, Hailey Quackenbush, JD Hobson, Michael Shook, Alex Drissell, Alyssa Norling, Susan Lewis, Jackie Domi

Band: Mark Graham, Orville Johnson, Steve Meyer, Kat Eggleston

Director: Charlotte Tiencken
Music Director: Kat Eggleston
Stage Manager: Michael Barker
Scenic Designer: Judy Cullen
Sound Designer: Martin Feveyear
Costume Designer: Robynne Hawthorne
Properties Designer: Justin Brandimarte
Choreographer: Elise Erickson
Assistant Music Director: Alexandra Drissell
Scenic Artist: Nicola Wheston
Sound Technician is Andy James